The Bellefontaine Board of Education learned about a large cooling project at BHS during their monthly meeting Wednesday night.
Waibel Energy Systems from Vandalia will perform the $1.2 million project over summer break.
Waibel President Dave Crosley along with associates Bryan Schenck and Rodney Rhoades gave a detailed overview of the upgrades.
Waibel has been the service provider for HVAC at BCS for several years.
ESSER II funds from the federal government will pay for the project, which will provide healthier air and increased energy efficiency.
The new chiller system will cool the original 35 classrooms at BHS. That portion of the high school was built in 1968.
Upon completion, each classroom will have individual temperature controls.
The project will purify the air through isolation technology. This will lead to improved air quality.
BCS Director of Administrative Services Roger Ely is excited for the project.
He said, “The new equipment will incorporate CO2 sensors, fresh air, and ionization for a healthier air environment for students and staff.”
January is School Board Appreciation Month.
Each board member was given a gift bag for their service.
Former board member Scott Abraham was recognized with a steel apple and Marie’s Candies for his 6 years on the board. Abraham retired in December.
Newly elected board member Bryn Stewart was sworn in by Treasurer Josh Wasson.
Stewart graduated from BHS in 1999.
The board also reappointed Karen Wilson to another term.
Joan Haushalter was reappointed to the Joint Recreation District Board for 4 years.
In personnel, Haylee Pequignot and Quinten Walls were approved as substitute teachers.
The board recognized December Seniors of the Month Emma Middaugh and Liam Harris.
Prior to the monthly meeting, the board convened for its annual organizational meeting.
Brenda Sanford was re-elected board president.
Colin Yoder will continue as board vice president.
The board approved their meeting schedule for 2022.
Board meetings will be held on February 14th, March 21st, April 18th, May 16th, June 20th, July 18th, August 15th, September 19th, October 17th, November 21st, and December 19th.
Each monthly meeting will be held in the Bellefontaine High School Distance Learning Center at 6:30 p.m.
The Bellefontaine Examiner and WPKO Radio were designated as the official media outlets of the school district.
The next board meeting will be February 14th at 6:30 p.m. in the Distance Learning Center.
Photos: The Bellefontaine Board of Education meets in the Distance Learning Center.
L to R: Scott Abraham is recognized by Board President Brenda Sanford and Superintendent Brad Hall.
New board member Bryn Stewart (left) is sworn in by Treasurer Josh Wasson.
Seniors of the Month Emma Middaugh (left) and Liam Harris.